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Peter Mullen died in Edinburgh's Royal Infirmary following a 'major disturbance' in Leith Street

Police investigating death of young dad arrest 23-year-old man Rhoda Morrison

Edinburgh-born Kenneth Grahame is most famous for The Wind in the Willows (1908). His epitaph reads: "To the beautiful memory of Kenneth Grahame, husband of Elspeth and father of Alastair, who passed the river on the 6th of July, 1932, leaving childhood and literature through him the more blest for all time."

15 of the most celebrated people from Edinburgh and the Lothians Jolene Campbell

Out of service buses on East London Street are causing noise and disruption for residents

Residents hit out over 'brutal' bus noise on street Jolene Campbell

Richard Bale admitted to biting the police officer during the stand off at Edinburgh Castle in 2021

Man admits biting police officer during attempt to claim ownership of castle Alexander Lawrie

A murder investigation has been launched following the death of Peter Mullen in Edinburgh

Murder investigation launched after death of young dad - what we know so far Alexandra Baff

A police dog traced a teenage suspect after a break-in at Craigour Park Primary School.

Teenager arrested after primary school break-in Anna Bryan

easyJet has announced new flights to Sicily and Turkey from Edinburgh Airport. Picture: Jeff J Mitchell/Getty Images

easyJet announces two new summer routes from the Capital Alexandra Baff

For sale in Edinburgh: 7-bed dream home for under £4 million Beth Franklin

A murder inquiry has been launched by police in Edinburgh after a man, who police have now named as Peter Mullen, died in the city centre on Friday evening.

Murder inquiry launched after man dies in city centre disturbance Gary Flockhart

Take a look through our photo gallery see all the fun from this year's Meadows Festival

The Meadows Festival 2023 - in pictures Gary Flockhart

Susan Boyle made a surprise appearance on the Britain's Got Talent final and told Ant and Dec about suffering a stroke.

Singing star Susan Boyle reveals health scare Ian Swanson

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Lee Evans is a famous winner of the Edinburgh Comedy Award (Picture: Ian Nicholson/PA)

Would you sponsor the Edinburgh Comedy Awards? – Vladimir McTavish Vladimir McTavish

The Tinderbox Orchestra will be appearig at the Edinburgh Central Library during this year's Fringe. Picture: Colin Hattersley

Edinburgh Festival Fringe: Stand-out shows in the global cultural celebration Brian Ferguson

Anton Du Beke is the latest big name to be confirmed for this year's Edinburgh Festival Fringe.

Edinburgh Festival Fringe: Strictly favourite Anton Du Beke to star this year Brian Ferguson

Rose Matafeo won the main Edinburgh Comedy Awards prize for best show in 2018.

Comics who owe their careers to the Fringe should help keep awards going Brian Ferguson

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Part of the M8 in West Lothian will close overnight on Wednesday, June 7.

Drivers warned ahead of M8 closure Anna Bryan

A motorcyclist was rushed to hospital after a crash in Lasswade, Midlothian.

Motorcyclist in hospital after serious crash Anna Bryan

Firefighters are battling a huge blaze on South Bridge in Edinburgh city centre on Saturday evening. Photo: Annabelle Gauntlett.

Firefighters tackle blaze in Edinburgh city centre flat Gary Flockhart

The council says the LEZ will help reduce harmful emissions not just within the zone but across the whole city.

Everything you need to know about the Low Emission Zone Ian Swanson

Police closed Melville Dykes Road in Lasswade after a serious crash between a car and a motorbike.

Man in hospital and road closed for six hours after motorbike and car crash Anna Bryan

Council leader Kelly Parry and Provost Debbi McCall with 'The Tarminator'

Schwarzenegger helps name pothole-killer machine Ian Swanson

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A man has been charged in connection with the death of Peter Mullen in Edinburgh on Friday night.

Man, 23, charged following death of Edinburgh dad Peter Mullen Gary Flockhart

Angel McDaid, 13, has been reported missing from the Drylaw area of Edinburgh.

Family of missing teen growing ‘increasingly concerned’ Anna Bryan

Rangers fan Daniel Samson appeared at Edinburgh Sheriff Court

Man fined after sending referee abusive messages after Old Firm game Alexander Lawrie

Alexander 'Sandy' Clarke disappeared a decade ago, after leaving the Victoria Hospital in Kirkcaldy, Fife, on June 4, 2013.

No answers for family of missing man who disappeared 10 years ago Anna Bryan

Stuart Grant outside Edinburgh Sheriff Court

Painter left woman 'disturbed' and 'fearful' after date encounter Alexander Lawrie

Floral tributes have been left in memory of Peter Mullen, who died following a disturbance in Edinburgh city centre on Friday. Photo: Annabelle Gauntlett.

Flowers left for Edinburgh dad who died after disturbance Gary Flockhart

Two cars were set on fire on the same street in West Lothian in the early hours of Saturday morning.

Two cars set on fire on same street Gary Flockhart

A 21-year-old man was taken to hospital following a serious assault during a gala day in Bathgate.

Man seriously injured at Bathgate gala day Gary Flockhart

Weather See more

Edinburgh has several great spots where you can enjoy a perfect picnic.

Six places for a perfect picnic in Edinburgh Gary Flockhart

People on Portobello Beach in Edinburgh on Tuesday, enjoying the warm weather on what is believed to be the hottest day so far this year in Scotland.

In pictures: Locals flock to Portobello Beach Gary Flockhart

Edinburgh is expected to bask in sunshine this coming week.

Sunny weather to start the week ahead Kevin Quinn

Summer is forecast to arrive in Edinburgh this week, with temperatures predicted to hit 21C on Saturday. Stock photo by SWNS of sunbathers at Portobello Beach.

City to be hot as Barcelona as summer arrives Kevin Quinn

Business See more

Take a look through our photo gallery to see 12 of the best traditional pubs in Edinburgh.

In pictures 12 ‘proper’ pubs in Edinburgh city centre Gary Flockhart

Regarding the office sector, Glasgow took the fifth spot for expected growth over the next decade. Picture: Andy Buchanan/AFP via Getty Images.

Scottish commercial property 'offering real opportunity for investors' Emma Newlands

Located on Leith Walk, the Volunteer Arms - nicknamed the Volly - was made famous by Irvine Welsh's Trainspotting novel. Today, it has been transformed into the Mouse Trap, a gaming and music bar with a mural of Trainspotting character Begbie.

A toast to some of Edinburgh's lost pubs Gary Flockhart

The Prahna Voyage set sail from Fountainbridge on Sunday, May 28, with customers onboard enjoying some delicious food, desserts, Indian chai and English tea while sailing along the Union Canal in Edinburgh.

Afternoon tea on the canal comes with delicious food and great service - review Kevin Quinn

Politics See more

Dr Elsie Inglis and her team of female medical students helped persuade politicians that a civilised country looks after all its citizens, not just the rich

Why Dr Elsie Inglis is the best Edinburgher of all time – Susan Dalgety Susan Dalgety

Edinburgh Council has employed a council official on the highest public sector salary in Scotland (Picture: Neil Hanna)

Social care staff need better pay, not Scotland’s highest-paid council boss Adam McVey

Labour leader Sir Keir Starmer is seen by commentators as the most likely next prime minister (Picture: Rob Pinney/Getty Images)

How much do policies matter in an election? Ian Swanson

Education See more

32 per cent of pupils at Liberton High School achieved five Highers or more- that's six per cent more than the government-set benchmark.
Picture: Lisa Ferguson.

10 high schools in the area which are overpeforming Neil Johnstone

School pupils says lessons are not hard enough Marie Sharp

Preston Lodge High School in East Lothian has closed off more than 20 rooms following the discovery of 'reinforced autoclaved aerated concrete' (RAAC)

Dodgy concrete in schools could be a serious risk to pupils – Alex Cole-Hamilton Alex Cole-Hamilton

Take a look through our photo gallery to see Midlothian’s high schools ranked from best to worst, according to latest exam results.

Midlothian high schools ranked best to worst Gary Flockhart

Health See more

Flora Gentleman, four, is in remission from cancer and was the VIP starter at Sunday's Race for Life in Edinburgh. Here she is pictured with parents Stephanie and Jamie.

Little girl who battled cancer cheers on runners at Race For Life Gary Flockhart

Taking a light-hearted attitude to life can be good for you (Picture: Christopher Furlong/Getty Images)

Paying £16,000 for a knee op is no joke. But we've still got laugh about old age Steve Cardownie

Harry Styles performs Love on Tour concert in front of thousands at Edinburgh's Murrayfield Stadium.

Harry Styles reveals baby gender at Murrayfield concert Annabelle Gauntlett

Opinion See more

Hibernian Community Foundation has donated club strips to Kalilombe Primary School football team

Donation of Hibs’ strips to Malawi youngsters underlines power of football Susan Dalgety

All eyes are currently on the forthcoming UCI World Cycling Championships which will take place in Scotland in August this year

UCI cycling bolsters Scotland's international reputation - Angus Robertson Angus Robertson

In recent months the UK government has intervened in a number of ways to block, undermine, delay and frustrate devolved decision-making by the Scottish Parliament and Government

Tories are now using post-Brexit legislation as a Trojan horse against devolutio... Angus Robertson

Senior Curator of Medieval Archaeology Alice Blackwell, takes a closer look at The Declaration of Arbroath on public display for the first time in 18 years at the National Museum of Scotland in Edinburgh, to mark its 703rd anniversary

Declaration of Arbroath exhibition well worth a visit - Angus Robertson Angus Robertson

People See more

Lyn Fitzsimmons from Leith has been reported missing

Leith woman reported missing Ian Swanson

Craig McKenzie has been reported missing from the Bingham area of Edinburgh

Growing concern over missing man Ian Swanson

Lewis Capaldi claims fasting selling album of the year so far

Lewis Capaldi’s new album tops the charts for second week Lauren Johnson

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Bling Empire’s Anna Shay has died aged 62. (Photo by Rodin Eckenroth/Getty Images)

Breaking Bling Empire’s Anna Shay dies aged 62 due to stroke Rahmah Ghazali

Police have issued an appeal after a cyclist was punched in the face following a collision with a child.

Cyclist punched by man following collision Rahmah Ghazali

Hotels.com is offering up to £100 for 100 guests to spend on their unusual room service requests

These are the top 10 wacky room service orders - including diet water Richard Jenkins

Tegu lizard that ‘runs like a T. rex’ currently on the loose Daniel Mcneil